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Basildon
Permanent
Financial controller
Posted: 21h ago
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A bout Us At IronmongeryDirect, we've been a trusted name in architectural ironmongery for over 50 years. What started as a traditional ironmongery shop has since grown into the UK's leading direct supplier, delivering thousands of parcels each week. With a vast range of over 18,000 high-quality products available for next-day delivery, we're the reliable choice for tradespeople who value efficiency, expert advice, and top-tier service. If you're looking to be part of a dynamic, growing company that's built on a foundation of trust and excellence, we'd love to hear from you. About the Role This is a newly expanded role with a dual aspect to it. Working within a team of Accountants, you will be number 2 to the finance director and will have full responsibility for the day-to-day, monthly and annual reporting of the P&L and associated balance sheet down to gross margin. You will ensure that the financials are reported accurately, providing the financial reporting and analysis within the deadlines laid out by Group. You will support the rest of the finance team with a focus on continuous improvement. Alongside this you will act as project manager for an ERP implementation over the next 18 to 24 months. About the Accountabilities Project management of ERP implementation ensuring full project rigour Production and/or review of monthly financials to GM and reviewing of financials prepared by FP&A Analyst in accordance with 'Accounting Deadlines' schedule Review of invoice postings for the period Reconciliation of revenue in SAP B1 and associated journals Approval of required VAT returns Prepare / approve month end journals Review and control of key COGs accounts including inventory, bad debts, carriage costs Intercompany reconciliation Production and/or review of monthly formal balance sheet reconciliations of all revenue / COGs related accounts including calculation of required inventory provisions Budgeting and forecasting processes Planning and managing finance project work including cross-functional teams where necessary Support the FD with ad hoc requests Support of annual and interim audits Proactively identify areas for improvement and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement Deputise and cover for the FD as required Be responsible for maintaining and monitoring control frameworks for key management accounts processes Skills and experience: Fully qualified accountant ACCA or CIMA with at least 3 years' experience Demonstrable Project management experience ERP implementation Highly analytical with attention to detail Excellent communication skills Ability to work in a fast-paced culture, adhering to strict deadlines Process improvement mindset and ability to manage change Systems knowledge of SAP Business One / S4 Hana Good working knowledge of data automation and advanced Excel skills Experience of working in a highly controlled environment About You - Essential Qualified accountant at least 3 years post qualification experience IT literate, advanced excel Familiar with accounting systems - SAP B1 and or S4 Hana Past ERP implementation About You - Desirable Project management experience Past experience of high volume, small value ecommerce business About the Benefits 25 days annual leave plus public Bank Holidays, including the option to buy and sell up to three days per holiday year Subsidised Private Healthcare for employees and their families Enhanced family leave benefits Fully funded Wellbeing offering operated by Health Shield with the ability to claim back medical costs, access to an EAP service including counselling sessions, a GP Anytime service and access to the NHS-approved Thrive wellbeing app PERKS - a rewards platform offering hundreds of deals and discounts from the brands you know and love, helping your salary stretch a little further Discretionary annual company performance bonus Regular WOW awards for those that go above and beyond Staff suggestion scheme with associated rewards Staff discount on our products Long service awards, including the option to buy and sell up to three days per holiday year including additional annual leave, life insurance and increased employer pension contributions Two paid volunteer days per year £500 refer a friend incentive scheme We believe in recognising great work, investing in personal growth, and supporting wellbeing.

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